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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Feb 13, 1912
Page
8
Rose Campbell announces the disposition of her Pendleton millinery business to Mrs Myrtle Moller who will run it in the future. She thanks hundreds of friends for patronage and says she will be at Mark Moorhouse's office for the next week to settle accounts.
A brief reads that after a first cigar prompted a purchase, the buyer quotes "I'll take the box" and completes a payment. The note records this transaction as a small, informal exchange.
A Pendleton Commercial Association push before the state tax board in Salem seeks repeal of the mortgage tax and a 500 household goods exemption. Assessor Strain carries the recommendation from local committee members citing double taxation on land and mortgages, raising interest rates and driving capital away. The committee, including Will Moore and G T La Dow, says a new act is just and favors money borrowers statewide.
Mrs Altmeyer, lured by an investment, paid money and received warranty deeds signed by W G Robertson president and S D Slentz secretary, notarized by George C Fisher. She learned Columbia River town misrepresented as a hotel site and sought return of funds after a forged reply using Slentz’s name. She filed a sheriff’s complaint with counsel.
Tomorrow is our last day in town take advantage of our low prices at Bakers Furniture Store offering oriental rugs and handmade laces.
A popcorn and peanut vendor M D Baker of the city reported that a stranger gave his two daughters Adelaide and Marion Baker ten dollars in gold after they bade him good night. The man also left an envelope inscribed From a friend containing three fifty dollar gold pieces. The stranger watched the girls hug their father and expressed admiration for the affection shown, promising to do more.
Abraham Levine and his three children wept over a coffin believed to hold Mrs. Levine, a nurse at Tewkbury hospital, until Abraham opened it and found the body was not there. Investigation showed the wife alive and the error traced to similar names.
In Nagasaki on February 13 a collision between Japanese steamers Ryona Maru and Moria Maru caused both ships to sink. Forty six lives were lost, with thirty two from Ryona Maru and fourteen from Moria Maru. Some crew were trapped between decks while others were rescued by nearby vessels.
A historical quip notes that marriage to a pilot does not guarantee lofty standards for married life, reflecting social humor about aviators and domestic expectations. The remark implies skepticism about romantic ideals linked to adventurous professions.
Gazaney N. McCrea thirteen year old son of Mr and Mrs F L McCrea of Holdman died yesterday at home. Interment will be in Holdman cemetery tomorrow. C E Stillwell of Signaphone Fire Alarm company demonstrates a twenty box system at city hall as bids were advertised. Pendleton baseball fans planned to discuss a spring league but did not appear. Thursday Afternoon Club meets Wednesday at the LaDow home with hostesses Mrs G J LaDow and Mrs A L Schaefer.
President Dan P. Smythe yesterday appointed delegates to the Portland Irrigation convention. Joe Skrible and John Montgomery, Dr Chak Smith, Judge A. Lowell, and D. Tee had already been named, completing the delegation.
Roy Ritner, a well known young farmer now in Portland, bought a four passenger Stoddart Day ton car. Dr. Fred Lienalien of Pilot Rock purchased a new Ford. Mayor W. F. Matlock reportedly ordered a "honk honk" wagon.
Ed Smith, a known offender, was arrested by Chief Kearney on a charge of immoral acts and practices. He allegedly cohabited with transient Mabel Anderson and will be tried in police court tomorrow.
James Wyrick, a well known young farmer, sustained a badly sprained ankle when the horse he was riding fell on him last week. Initial reports claimed a broken leg and hospital confinement, but those details proved exaggerated.
J. H. Bishop a young lawyer from Winchington county Tennessee and UT law graduate class of 1911 arrived last night to take charge of Peterson Wilson at Athens. He is an old friend of both attorneys and they predict a brilliant future for him.
Three defendants appeared in police court today. Gren Busnee faced a drunk and disorderly charge and will stand trial this afternoon. John Welsh received a three day sentence for drunkenness. Oscar Hyden forfeited bail of 25 dollars for disorderly conduct. Hyden had been under surveillance by officers, and last night’s arrest served to warn that his presence is undesirable in the city.
Des Moines Iowa June 20 The Rev Richard H Bell rector of St Pauls Episcopal Church one of the citys leading parishes resigns citing persecution by members for his broad views of Christianity He says he will not endure the abuse any longer and resigns effective June 20 noting the hostility has come from his own flock due to his reforming stance.
An advertisement from Pendleton Dye Works touts expert garment cleaning and dyeing with a gentle process that preserves fabric. It emphasizes prompt pickup and delivery, reasonable charges, and a contact number for Malin.
The rector plans a farewell meeting as his resignation is expected this week. The Rev. Mr. Fell recently joined a labor union to better engage with the poor and align the church with social service.
Mrs Edward Beale McLean now guards the Hope diamond with armed escorts. It will be kept in a bank vault and worn only at McLean social functions. A log will note each wearing, with the Star of the East and the McLean diamond also stored with it. The gem rests on the forehead as a blue star under microscopes.
Federal authorities will spread candy and tomato pulp along the Mississippi River within twenty days under an order by Judge Dyer. Jelly beans will be the first course, to be followed by 1 350 cases of tomato pulp. The food was condemned by pure food inspectors and seized in St. Louis wholesale houses.
A Kentucky woman recounts two years of backache and female disorders. After using Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound she reports full recovery, performs all housework, and urges others to seek advice from the Lydia E. Pinkham Medicine Co. in Lynn Mass.
Glen Emick arrives from Pilot Rock today as plans for the cruiser Washington’s trip to Colon remain unsettled. The itinerary has not yet been released.
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